1. PowerPoint Guidelines for Research Project
Students will be creating a PowerPoint research project on a country of their choice
Due Dates:
Must be shared by Friday, December 6th, 2013

2. Must include 10 slides An introduction A conclusion
Photographs on every page
Do not simply bullet point information
Embed at least one video

3. Information necessary
Historical Background of the country
Language
Food
Culture
Economy
The people
Landmarks
The country in comparison to the United States
Why come to the United states from that country?
Entertainment
Pop culture/pastimes

4. Where can I find the information I need?
You must use the following resources:
One book
World Book online
2 online databases
1 online credible website (Wikipedia does not count as a primary resource, instead use world book)
Where can I find this information: At the library

5. How can I find the information that I need
See hand out provided by Ms. Lazz
The library hours are as follows

6. I don’t have Microsoft office, when will I have the opportunity to do this…….
You will have the opportunity to research in class today
In addition, we will have the net books for half the period on the 2nd for students who need it.
You may work on your powerpoint on your google account
Because there have been some issues with google, please make sure to keep your username in a safe place for easy access

7. I have additional resources I want to use…….
That is fine, you must use the minimal ones mentioned first

8. How will this be graded?
This project will count as a test grade and an authentic assessment
Your PowerPoint will receive a test grade for organization and ideas
Your presentation will receive a grade using the presentation rubric

9. Works Cited Page
Students must use MLA format to correctly cite the information provided.
All paraphrased information, must be include the citation
All direct quotes must be cited as well
Many of the proper MLA citations are available on the source page. There are great resource tools we will provide to you for additional help.

10. Does grammar and spelling count?
Yes, grammar and spelling will be a large part of this assessment. Please make sure that everything is proof read.
In addition, do not rely on text. There should be pictures and your slide should have information that is interactive.

11. Do’s and Don’t of a proper powerpoint
Use proper spelling and grammar, proofread
Cite all of your sources
Use colorful background and pictures
Realize that this PowerPoint is simply used to convey directions
Do not give one with no color or graphics
Use background colors that do not match with the text
Write in many different fonts
Use irrelevant pictures and data